Sermons on False Arrest:

Scientology Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2008

A look at the false teachings of Scientology

Scientology Intro The most popular cult today, which has been brought to the fore front by Hollywood celebrities is the “Church of Scientology.” Scientology claims to deal with the human spirit and its relationship to the universe and its Creator. It teaches that the fundamental laws of life, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Beast From The Earth:the Great Delusion Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 10, 2014

The false prophet deceives the world

Today we return to Revelation 13, and this week we will finish the chapter. So far, we have identified the Beast From The Sea (13:1) as Antichrist, and to make a long story short, he will have the following qualities: That the rise of Antichrist will be mercurial in speed, brutally strong and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Bible Church

Oppressed - Part 2

Contributed by Archie Norman on Dec 31, 2014

Satan's oppression of the false believer

Oppressed (Part 2) Acts 10:38 I. Oppressed A. to exercise harsh control over one - Luke 13:16 B. to use one's power against II. Satan's primary methods of oppression A. darkness - John 1:5, Ephesians 6:12, I Peter 2:9 B. deception - John 8:44, II Corinthians 11:3, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38

Denomination: Baptist

Jude Warns About Heresy

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

Jude Describes False Teachers

Series: One Chapter Books in the New Testament Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson: Jude Warns About Heresy July 1, 2012 A. INTRODUCTION “Beloved, I was going to write about our common salvation, but it’s necessary that I urge you to contend earnestly for ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

And They Rose Up To Play

Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 13, 2013

EXPOSING THE FOLLY OF FALSE WORSHIP

THEY ROSE UP TO PLAY OBSERVATION: THIS STUDY ADDRESSES IDOL WORSHIP AS THE ISRAELITES TRAVELED TOWARD THE PROMISED LAND. INTERPRETATION: EXODUS 32:6 (NKJV) THEN THEY ROSE EARLY ON THE NEXT DAY, OFFERED BURNT OFFERINGS, AND BROUGHT PEACE OFFERINGS; AND THE PEOPLE SAT DOWN TO EAT AND DRINK, AND ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:6

Denomination: Baptist

Persecuted Missions

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 5, 2024

What dangers and blessings await those who dare to share God's Good News in a hostile world? Let's find out in Matthew 10.

What dangers and blessings await those who dare to share the Good News in a hostile world? What authority did Jesus give the twelve disciples? He called his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits to throw them out and to heal every disease and every sickness. (Matthew 10:1 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Things Everyone Knows About Satan (But That The Bible Says Are False)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 29, 2001

Exploration of three common myths about the Devil.

Introduction: There is a petition that every now and again comes into my hands. It states that Christians need to act quickly because a request is before the FCC from Madalyn Murray O’Hair and some atheist organizations that proposes to ban all religious broadcasting in America. "Act ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Preferred Pronouns? - Or - You Shall Not Give False Testimony Against Your Neighbor

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 17, 2022

A look at the Ninth Commandment in a Woke World

In this information age, people know more things yet believe less. The world has lost the concept of absolute truth and information is not a substitute. It is being built on falsehood rather than honesty. “Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16, Isaiah 59:14, Exodus 23:1-3, John 8:44, Matthew 26:59-60, James 1:17, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 121:3, Psalm 84:11, Titus 2:14, 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 21:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Teachers Are Hidden Reefs In Your Love Feasts – Jude 1:12 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 16, 2022

Jude gets very descriptive of these false teachers and in verse 12 there are 7 descriptions of these perverse people who sink church fellowships; cause destruction; bring chaos into the church, and corrupt the morals, and the working and the effectiveness of the functioning church.

FALSE TEACHERS ARE HIDDEN REEFS IN YOUR LOVE FEASTS – Jude 1:12 INTRODUCTION We have some people here who did not hear the first two messages given on Jude. Just very, very briefly, Jude’s father was Joseph the carpenter and his mother was Mary, known as the virgin Mary. We know the names of ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:12, Jude 1:1-3, Matthew 26:17-28, Acts 2:44-47, 1 Corinthians 11:17-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why "once Saved Always Saved" Is Such A Dangerous False Doctrine

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Why do we cling to error, even when the truth is so clear? Perhaps it is because we prefer a certain formula that we find comforting.

Hebrews 3:12-14 "Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. 13 But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. 14 For we have come to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11, Hebrews 3:12-14, Romans 11:11-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Book Of Jude: Standing Up For Truth & Speaking Against False Teachers

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 6, 2021

Jude first speaks to accountability. He warns the church to not be led astray by these false teachers, by referencing several Old Testament examples of divine judgment. God will not only hold false teachers accountable, but he will hold all people accountable.

"The year was 320 AD when an elite regiment of Roman soldiers marched across the frozen tundra of Armenia. This was the elite thundering regiment that had formed a line of defense protecting the Roman empire from the invading Persian army. But a new threat came against the roman empire, and ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:14-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

Rapture- True Or False? What Will Happen At The Lord's Second Coming

Contributed by Robert Webb on Feb 3, 2025

There is cause for reservation about the popular conception of the rapture, especially in regard to the time element and manner in which it is commonly believed it will take place.

The rapture is an intriguing subject and at the forefront of much thought. What is it? This is the teaching that the church will be "caught up" or raptured in the clouds with Jesus and the resurrected believers and be with the Lord forever. That much is taught very plainly in 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 2 Thessalonians 1:7-10, Matthew 24:37-41, 2 Peter 3:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Misusing The Law Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 5, 2013

The purpose of the Law and the danger of mishandling that same Law is discussed. The contrast of law and gospel is examined.

“We know that the law is good, if one uses it lawfully, understanding this, that the law is not laid down for the just but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who strike their fathers and mothers, for murderers, the sexually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Get A Grip!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 15, 2002

A false view of God leads to a false way of living. We need to get a grip on a genuine view of God.

August 18, 2002 There are so many false religions in the world. By far, the reason for such a phenomenon is the human problem of ignoring God’s owner’s manual -- The Bible. Without the Bible we don’t know how God views us, and we don’t know truth about how we are to view God. It is important to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Pursuing God In Giving Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 31, 2010

1) The Danger of False Righteousness. 2) The Practice and Reward of False Giving 3) The Practice and Reward of True Giving

With the recent earthquake in Haiti, there has been a world wide outpouring of assistance. In Canada and the United States we just saw two telethons, where celebrities participated to raise funds. One curious phenomena was the participation of John Travolta. "I have arranged for a plane to take ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Other